Aircraft Folding Table With Dual-Axis Screen Segments
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional collapsible tables for aircraft lack versatility in use, particularly in accommodating a screen for multiple viewing and working positions, and do not efficiently minimize storage space when stowed.
Innovation Solution
A table with two tabletop segments that can pivot or rotate about two axes, allowing for various configurations including a screen on one segment, enabling flexible use as a table or screen, and minimizing storage space by folding against a wall or seat backrest.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the table is designed with a fixed structure for screen mounting, then the screen can be displayed, but the table lacks versatility for different use positions and orientations
Solution Approach 1:
The table top is divided into two separate segments that can move independently relative to each other. The first table top segment supports the screen, while the second table top segment can be positioned at different angles and orientations. This segmentation allows each segment to be optimized for its specific function while providing overall versatility through their relative movements.
Solution Approach 2:
The table incorporates two rotational degrees of freedom that allow dynamic adjustment of the table top segments. The first rotation enables the table top segments to pivot between horizontal and vertical orientations, while the second rotation allows adjustment of the relative angle between segments. This dynamic capability transforms a static structure into a versatile, adaptable system.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the table is designed with multiple degrees of freedom for flexibility, then various configurations are possible, but the storage space requirement increases
Solution Approach 1:
The table top segments are designed to nest within each other when folded. The second table top segment can be positioned inside or adjacent to the first segment, and both segments can be folded against the wall or support structure. This nesting arrangement minimizes the volume occupied during storage while maintaining the capability for multiple configurations during use.
Solution Approach 2:
The table utilizes rotational movements in multiple dimensions to achieve compact folding. By rotating segments about different axes (horizontal and vertical rotations), the table can collapse into a compact form that fits against walls or in limited spaces, effectively using dimensional transitions to reduce storage footprint.
3Ease of operation
If the screen is fixed to the table structure, then the assembly is simple, but the screen cannot be adjusted to comfortable viewing positions
Solution Approach 1:
The screen is mounted on the first table top segment, which itself is rotatably connected to the support structure. This dynamic mounting allows the screen to be adjusted to various orientations and angles, enabling comfortable viewing positions while maintaining a relatively simple mounting mechanism that utilizes the existing rotational degree of freedom.
Solution Approach 2:
The first table top segment serves multiple functions: it supports the screen, provides a viewing surface, and acts as part of the table surface when in horizontal position. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate mounting structures, as the table top segment itself provides the mounting platform while enabling screen adjustment.
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AI summary
The object of the invention is a table for attachment to the wall of an aircraft or the like, having a table plate made of it least two table plate segments, which can be moved relative to one another. According to the invention, the following features are provided: a) at least one table plate segment has a display screen on one side; b) two table plate segments can be pivoted and/or rotated relative to one another about at least two axes, wherein the first axis runs parallel to an edge of one table plate segment and the second axis runs substantially perpendicular to said first axis in the plane of a table plate segment.